Hampshire · London and the South East
Drone roof survey in Ludgershall, Hampshire
Need a drone roof survey in Ludgershall? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Slates or tiles shifted by high winds
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
- Loose ridge and hip tiles
About our drone roof survey in Ludgershall
Tall, steep, large or fragile roofs can’t always be inspected up close. A drone takes close-up photographs of those roofs from the air. It shows coverings, ridges, chimneys, valleys and gutters clearly, including slopes that can’t be seen from the street. The photos go into a written report. It also suits roofs that would be damaged by someone walking on them. Where a flight isn’t possible, we explain why. If you are worried about moss and weeds taking hold up top and eroded pointing on a chimney stack, we can find out what’s behind it, on fragile roofs, chimney stacks and tall and steep roofs alike.
In smaller places like Ludgershall, many homes are bungalows and houses with roofs you can partly see from ground level. The parts you can’t see, such as rear slopes, valleys and chimney tops, are where a drone or thermal camera adds detail. Both depend on the weather on the day. Close-up images often show wear on ridges, verges and flashings that can’t be judged properly from ground level.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Ludgershall (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Ludgershall
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Letting agents and landlords in Ludgershall book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
Why it is worth a survey now in Ludgershall
Photos from a drone survey show how the roof looks today. Next time, you can compare and see what has moved or worn. It is useful for planning maintenance over the years. In an older home around Ludgershall, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
All our prices include VAT. Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Ludgershall
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Flights in strong wind or a downpour
- Close-up photos of next door’s property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Large and complex roofs
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Move stored items away from the hatch
- Allow time for permission if you are in a flight restriction zone
- Be ready to move the date if the weather turns
- Share the postcode so we can check for restrictions
With the Premium Survey, the report arrives the same day. It includes the drone photos where a flight was possible, alongside the other checks in the package.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, ideally once the leaves have fallen. On tall buildings, use a professional with the right access equipment. Blocked hidden gutters cause many leaks.
Airspace, weather and Ludgershall roofs
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Older coverings on steep or tall roofs are hard to judge from below, so close-up photos from the air and thermal images help. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, tall stacks and steep slopes are easier to judge with close-up aerial photos than from the pavement. If you look after a building such as Ludgershall Castle Primary School, a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit.
Ludgershall is about 7 miles north-west of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings from Ludgershall are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Ludgershall is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for drone roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SP11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include High Street, Eleanor Court and Princess Mary Gardens. Main roads around Ludgershall include the A342, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Ludgershall include Perham Down (1 mile south), Great Shoddesden (1 mile south-east), Tidworth (2 miles south-west) and Kimpton (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Andover (7 miles south-east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (7 miles east), Picket Piece (8 miles east), Picket Twenty (8 miles south-east) and Finkley Down (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Ludgershall
Around Ludgershall, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Wellington Academy and Prince of Wales Hotel and the streets around them. A little further out are Ludgershall Castle (within half a mile north).
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Ludgershall questions
Is my home in Ludgershall listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are there drone restrictions around Ludgershall?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it doesn’t include calculations. If we see signs that need an engineer’s opinion, we’ll recommend one.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
When does the report arrive?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, like an exchange date, tell us when you book.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. A visit to a smaller place like Ludgershall is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start by making sure a drone flight makes sense for the roof.
- We agree a date, including weekends, subject to the weather.
- The roof is photographed from the air, with the camera kept on your property.
- If the loft can be reached safely, it is checked too.
- Everything is written up, with the aerial photos and our advice.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.